SpaceX pauses Falcon 9 launches due to Crew-9 second stage malfunction, pending investigation.

SpaceX has paused all Falcon 9 rocket launches after an issue with the second stage during the recent Crew-9 mission. The second stage experienced an off-nominal deorbit burn, landing outside its intended target area. The company is investigating the root cause and will resume launches once the issue is understood. This suspension affects upcoming missions, including a planned launch on October 1 and the October 10 Europa Clipper mission for NASA.